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What Is the Benefit of Locking Tuners?

June 3, 2023 by Mike, posted in Gear Talk

Locking tuning keys can offer several benefits for your guitar, including better tuning stability, faster string changes, and the ability to easily loosen strings for maintenance. Are these benefits worth the hassle of modifying your guitar?

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Do Pots Affect a Guitar’s Sound?

November 2, 2022June 4, 2023 by Mike, posted in Gear Talk

There is a lot of debate online about whether pots affect the tone of an electric guitar. Let's explore the differences between resistance values, shaft types, lengths, and tolerances to help you select the right pots and optimize your guitar's sound.

Tagged 250k, 500k, fender, gibson, guitar, guitar electronics, potentiometer, potsLeave a comment

Are American-Made Electric Guitars Better?

October 19, 2022June 2, 2023 by Mike, posted in Gear Talk

Let's settle the debate: Are American electric guitars really better than those made in other countries? From quality control and components to enhanced wood stability, let's see how American instruments compare with their imported counterparts.

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Are G&L Guitars Good?

September 9, 2022June 2, 2023 by Mike, posted in Gear Talk

Discover G&L guitars, offering the perfect balance of craftsmanship, custom features, and affordability. These instruments feature some of Leo Fender's most innovative designs, including the Saddle-Lock Bridge, Dual-Fulcrum Vibrato, PTB system, and MFD pickups.

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What’s Special About a Fender Jazzmaster?

August 17, 2022June 2, 2023 by Mike, posted in Gear Talk

The Fender Jazzmaster was built for jazz players but instead built a cult following among indie and alternative rockers. Does a funky offset body, jangly pickups, special electronics, and a unique vibrato system really add up to something special?

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